New Resource to Navigate Changes to Coding Falls on the MDS CMS Published:September 16, 2025 Amy Miller Rollup Image Page ContentThe Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) recently released the RAI Manual v1.20.1 effective October 1, 2025. This update includes significant changes to the definitions and coding guidance related to falls in J1700, J1800, and J1900C. To help providers navigate these changes, AHCA created a resource for members titled Updates to the RAI Manual Fall Definitions & Coding Instructions Effective October 1, 2025. Questions about the fall coding changes or the updated RAI Manual may be sent to regulatory@ahca.org. Related Blogs CMS Updates Medicare Appeals Amount in Controversy Threshold Amounts for CY26 12.9.2025 CMS Updates Medicare Part B Therapy Code List for 2026 12.9.2025 CMS Issues Rule Repealing Minimum Staffing Mandate 12.2.2025